The next review on Smokehouse Jerky Co. will focus on a 3 ounce/84 gram bag of their Smokey Sriracha Style flavored beef brisket jerky. This flavor is advertised with heat as its main star using lean meat seasoned with different spices, and is blended with sriracha sauce – its irresistible flavor is taken to the next level with an old fashion recipe! The jerky was graciously submitted for review by one of the owners, Patti Fonseca.

This brisket cut of beef used is from cattle raised in California. Brisket is considered to be one of the best cuts of beef to use for jerky. The beef used is not guaranteed to be free of growth hormones or additional antibiotics. Also, the beef is not guaranteed to have at least partial free range access to graze on grass. As a result, the highest ingredient rating that can be awarded is a Good (8/10) rating.

The sugar level is high at 9 grams of sugar per 28 grams of jerky to lose a rating. Our preference for a hot based flavor as we have here is 4 grams of sugar or less per 28 grams of jerky. The salt level is a little high at 400mg of salt per 28 grams of jerky. However the sodium level is ignored because minimally processed sea salt is used.

Taste Review

The Smokehouse Jerky Co Beef Brisket Jerky and the wonderful taste of Smokey Sriracha explode with flavor from the very first bite. A blend of flavorful vinegars brightens this flavor profile and adds fruitiness to the mix. A mild level of garlic and black pepper also enrich this wonderful flavor profile while other light flavors feel blended and less defined. The natural beef flavor is somewhat muted by other competing flavors.

Although this jerky is fairly sweet, it is still in line with a good Sriracha. The sweetness and acidity do balance the spiciness really well while a few little sprinkle of salt and a subtle smokiness adds to the decadence and refinement of this jerky.

The Smokehouse Jerky Co Smokey Sriracha Style Beef Brisket Jerky strips are narrow, elongated and sliced to a medium thickness. The texture is chewy, a bit sticky, soft and tender. Along with the great texture of a brisket beef cut, these strips are very easy to chew.

This flavor does pack a good punch of heat and some may even call it an uppercut. It probably packs a little more than the average Sriracha flavor and would probably rate around 3 out of 5 on the heat scale.

Paul was so inspired by this little gem, he wrote: “This jerky is exploding with a myriad of succulent flavors, from the salt, pepper, garlic, soy, juice and solid sriracha flavor, as well as natural beef. Even with all the other flavors, I am being introduced to a taste experience unlike any other.

“This jerky is not unlike a choir singing a cantata to entertain the masses. It is hitting every note meticulously, bringing it home with a standing ovation, and complete with a series of encores. Take a bow Smokehouse Jerky Co, you’ve brought the crowd to their feet. An uncontested 10/10”.

Lastly, the Smokehouse Jerky Co Smokey Sriracha Style Beef Brisket Jerky is certainly an addictive treat and each of us finished our portion in a flash. Any fan of Sriracha sauce such as us are bound to immediately fall in love with this awesome jerky. We were unanimous and rated this tasty gem an Excellent 10/10 taste rating.

This 3 ounce/84 gram bag of jerky sells online for 7.99. That works out to $2.67 an ounce, which rates as an averageprice. Commendably, free shipping is offered on all orders over $25.